Fay Wray
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Fay Wray (born Vina Fay Wray; September 15, 1907 – August 8, 2004) was a Canadian-American actress. Through an acting career that spanned 57 years, Wray attained international stardom as an actress in horror film roles, leading to many considering her as the first "scream queen". After appearing in minor film roles, Wray gained media attention being selected as one of the "WAMPAS Baby Stars". This led to Wray being signed to Paramount Pictures as a teenager, where she made more than a dozen films. After leaving Paramount, she signed deals with various film companies, being cast in her first horror film roles. For RKO Radio Pictures, Inc., she starred in the film with which she is most identified, King Kong (1933). After the success of King Kong, Wray appeared in more minor film roles and on television, leading to her final role in 1980. Description above from the Wikipedia article Fay Wray, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Fay Wray Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fay Wray reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fay Wray's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Fay Wray's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fay Wray Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fay Wray's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fay Wray has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | King Kong: Monster and Myth | Self - Actress (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Return to Jurassic Park | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Lost Spider Pit Sequence | Ann Darrow (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Universal Horror | Self - Interviewee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Frank Capra's American Dream | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Gideon's Trumpet | Edna Curtis | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Murder by Death | Door Bell (archive sound) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tammy and the Bachelor | Mrs. Brent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Crime of Passion | Alice Pope | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Queen Bee | Sue McKinnon | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Treasure of the Golden Condor | Annette, Marquise de St. Malo | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mighty Joe Young | Woman's Scream (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Adam Had Four Sons | Molly Stoddard | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Smashing the Spy Ring | Eleanor Dunlap | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | It Happened in Hollywood | Gloria Gay | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | White Lies | Joan Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Bulldog Jack | Ann Manders | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Clairvoyant | Rene | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Woman in the Dark | Louise Loring | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Viva Villa! | Teresa | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Once to Every Woman | Fanshawe | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Countess of Monte Cristo | Janet Kruegar | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Madame Spy | Marie Franck | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | One Sunday Afternoon | Virginia Brush | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ann Carver's Profession | Ann | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | King Kong | Ann Darrow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Below the Sea | Diana | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mystery of the Wax Museum | Charlotte Duncan | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Most Dangerous Game | Eve Trowbridge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Doctor X | Joanne Xavier | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Unholy Garden | Camille de Jonghe | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Lawyer's Secret | Kay Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Finger Points | Marcia Collins | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Paramount on Parade | Sweetheart | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Behind the Make-Up | Marie Gardoni | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Pointed Heels | Lora Nixon | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Wedding March | Mitzi / Mitzerl Schrammell | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Wild Horse Stampede | Jessie Hayden | Average | Similar → |
| 1926 | Four Square Steve | Milly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Don Key (Son of Burro) | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Your Own Back Yard | Woman in Quarrelsome Couple | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Unfriendly Enemies | The Girl | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | No Father to Guide Him | Beach House Cashier (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Isn't Life Terrible? | Potential Pen-Buyer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | Chasing the Chaser | Nursemaid | Average | Similar → |
| 1925 | What Price Goofy? | Concerned Girl with Perfume (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Fay Wray - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fay Wray?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fay Wray is "Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Fay Wray acted in?
Fay Wray has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fay Wray?
Other notable films include "King Kong", "Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's", and "Murder by Death".